Senior Lib Dem MP Simon Hughes to visit Torbay

SIMON Hughes, the deputy leader of the Liberal Democrats will visit Torbay on Friday December 14, taking a tour of South Devon College.

He will be joined by local MP Adrian Sanders and will view the College's work on business enterprise, on energy and on university provision. They will also speak to students and staff on a range of issues.

Simon Hughes was appointed as the Government Advocate for Access to Education in 2010 and is charged with advising and informing students across the UK on their opportunities.

Mr Sanders said: "South Devon College have been doing exemplary work in recent years, supporting hundreds of students in Torbay to improve their potential. It's an honour to have Simon visiting Torbay and this is a testament to the excellent reputation the College has."